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Government forms committee to probe Arshad Sharif's slaying

 JournalismPakistan.com |  Published: 26 October 2022

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Government forms committee to probe Arshad Sharif's slaying
The federal government of Pakistan has formed a committee to investigate the killing of journalist Arshad Sharif in Kenya. The three-member team will travel to Kenya to conduct the inquiry and report back to the Interior Ministry.

ISLAMABAD—The federal government has formed a three-member high-profile committee to investigate the killing of well-known anchor and senior journalist Arshad Sharif, who was shot dead by police in Kenya.

The Ministry of Interior, Government of Pakistan, issued a notification on October 25, forming a committee investigating Sharif's murder.

According to details, Athar Waheed, Director/DIG (Police), FIA, Omar Shahid Hamid, Deputy Director General, Intelligence Bureau, and Lt. Col. Saad Ahmed, PA-44042, ISI, have been nominated for the investigation team.

Reportedly, the three-member team will immediately leave for Kenya to probe the journalist's killing and submit its report to the Interior Ministry. The Pakistani High Commission in Kenya will ensure necessary assistance to the committee.

Earlier today, Sharif's body reached Islamabad International Airport by private plane and was handed over to the family. Many journalists and PTI workers were present with the family of the slain journalist.

Photo credit: Anwar Raza

Key Points

  • A three-member committee has been formed to investigate Arshad Sharif's murder.
  • The committee includes officials from the FIA, Intelligence Bureau, and ISI.
  • They will travel to Kenya immediately for the investigation.
  • Sharif's body has been returned to Islamabad for family arrangements.
  • The Pakistani High Commission in Kenya will assist the committee.

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